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Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
COVID-19 Homepage
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Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
COVID-19 Homepage
UPDATE
Given new evidence on the B.1.617.2 (Delta) variant, CDC has updated the guidance for fully vaccinated people. CDC recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to K-12 schools, regardless of vaccination status. Children should return to full-time in-person learning in the fall with layered prevention strategies in place.
UPDATE
The White House announced that vaccines will be required for international travelers coming into the United States, with an effective date of November 8, 2021. For purposes of entry into the United States, vaccines accepted will include FDA approved or authorized and WHO Emergency Use Listing vaccines. More information is available here.
UPDATE
Travel requirements to enter the United States are changing, starting November 8, 2021. More information is available here.
Toolkit for General Public
Toolkit for General Public
Guidance and tools anyone can use to protect themselves, their family and friends, and their community.
Posters
Fact Sheets
- Stop the Spread of Germs pdf icon[PDF – 431 KB]
- Symptoms of Coronavirus Disease pdf icon[PDF – 494 KB]
- 5 Safety Steps
- How to Protect Yourself and Others pdf icon[PDF – 238 KB]
- How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Cloth Face Covering pdf icon[PDF – 738 KB]
- 10 things you can do to manage your COVID-19 symptoms at home pdf icon[PDF – 401 KB]
- What You Need to Know About COVID-19 and Pets pdf icon[PDF – 113 KB]
Social Media
Videos
PSAs
- COVID-19 Everyday Prevention Actions
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Spanish: Audiomedia icon | Transcriptpdf icon - Coronavirus Stops With Me
audio iconEnglish: Audiomedia icon | Transcriptpdf icon - Cleaning and Disinfection
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Spanish: Audiomedia icon | Transcriptpdf icon - What To Do If You Are Sick
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Spanish: Audiomedia iconmedia icon | Transcriptpdf icon - Three Steps for Older Adults
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